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About the job

Mechanical Design Engineer - Grand Rapids, Michigan DISHER is partnering with a leading global manufacturer in Grand Rapids, MI to fill their Mechanical Design Engineer position. This company designs and builds advanced surface preparation equipment and systems for industrial applications. Their products set the standard for quality, reliability, and innovation in the markets they serve. They are a growing team that values hard work, creativity, and a positive attitude. They are looking for a creative and strategic Mechanical Design Engineer to support product design, equipment development, documentation, and internal engineering initiatives. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, bringing fresh ideas to improve product performance and help drive engineering initiatives forward. What It's Like to Work Here: Founded with a focus on solving complex industrial challenges through innovative equipment design, this company has grown into a trusted leader in surface preparation technology. The team is dedicated to providing high-quality solutions that deliver effective and efficient results while maintaining a strong commitment to customer support. Every employee plays a key role in upholding the company's commitment to excellence. The work environment fosters creativity and collaboration, encouraging everyone to contribute to the company's mission of delivering outstanding products and services worldwide. As a part of this dynamic and growth-oriented company, you'll be joining a team that is passionate about advancing industrial equipment technology and helping customers achieve their goals with the best solutions available.

What you will get to do:

Receive/Review Project and Product design requirements from Project Engineering (PE).

Submit concept design to PE for approval and release

Complete detail design and submit to PE for approval and release

Bill of Materials

Sub-Assembly and Detail Drawings

Design calculations

Complete Project/Product Documentation and submit to PE for approval

Demonstrate integrity in all working relationships

Communicate and cooperate with all other departments in the organization

Continually improve personal skills through training

Constantly improve the organization by innovating and implementing new ideas

What will make you successful:

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

2 years Machine Design experience

2 years Solidworks experience

Good mechanical aptitude and familiarity with machine design and manufacturing processes

Ability to apply mechanical engineering standards and techniques

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics

Willingness to travel on a limited basis as required

Physical Demands

Regularly required to talk or hear.

Frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Required to view near and distant objects. The employee must have color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.